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Compress two intensive days into measurable sailing progress. This ASA 110 class blends Zoom theory with on-water practice in Catalina dinghies, ideal for ages 13+ and small groups of four. Bring deck shoes, layered clothing, and a readiness to learn.
Compress two intensive days into measurable sailing progress. This ASA 110 class blends Zoom theory with on-water practice in Catalina dinghies, ideal for ages 13+ and small groups of four. Bring deck shoes, layered clothing, and a readiness to learn.
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On the water just outside Nashville, Tennessee, ASA 110 Basic Small Boat Sailing Group Class (2-day Course) teaches dinghy fundamentals in a two-day, small-group format that pairs Zoom classroom sessions with hands-on time in Catalina 12.5s and 16.5s. Designed for sailors ages 13 and up, the course compresses core boat handling — sail trim, tacking, jibing, docking, and capsize recovery — into focused practice with a maximum four-student roster and the individualized attention that brings real progress.
Instruction begins with two evening and morning Zoom sessions that lay out parts of the boat, rigging, points of sail, rules of the road, navigation buoyage, and safety procedures. On-water training follows: Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning sessions put those lessons into motion. Expect guided drills on docking, heaving-to, wing-on-wing sailing, man-overboard recovery, and efficient sail changes. The school uses Catalina 12.5s for younger students (13–15) and Catalina 16.5s for sailors 16 and older, giving an authentic dinghy feel without the steep learning curve of high-performance skiffs.
Small group size and focused drills make this course efficient: instructors can watch helm positioning, correct sail trim, and crew coordination in real time, offering immediate corrections that stick. For families and teen-adult pairs, the class is practical: parents and children can take parallel instruction on appropriately sized boats, learning common language and safety procedures together.
The program follows established ASA curriculum chapters, making it a sensible pathway toward further certification, racing or confident daysailing alike. Practical details are straightforward: classes require a minimum of two students to run; if the minimum isn't met you may be rescheduled. Bring layered clothing, non-slip deck shoes, sunscreen, a brimmed hat, and a spare set of dry clothes. Basic swimming comfort is required, but no prior sailing experience is necessary.
Expect to be active on deck: trimming sails, adjusting weight, communicating maneuvers, and executing quick recoveries during drills. Instructors emphasize safe practices, rules of the road, and effective emergency procedures, so students leave with usable competence rather than abstract theory. For sailors who want to move into competitive dinghy racing or take up keelboat ownership, the course provides a practical foundation and clear next steps.
Teaching on Catalinas keeps logistics simple and maintenance predictable, which translates into more on-water instruction time for each participant. If you value hands-on coaching, small classes, and a direct pathway from classroom lessons to competent boat handling, this ASA 110 offering in Nashville is worth a spot on your calendar. Book early to secure one of four student seats, and plan for changing conditions so lessons stay productive whatever the weather. The course blends practical seamanship, safety, and the small-boat thrill of steering under canvas, setting students up for safer and more confident days afloat.
moderate.
2 days.
Moderate fitness; you should be able to move quickly on a small boat, climb in/out of dinghies, and handle brief physical effort during sails.
Students must be at least 13 years old for Catalina 12.5s; students 16 and older may use Catalina 16.5s.
No prior sailing experience is required; the course covers fundamentals from rigging to recovery.
Classes are limited to four students to maximize instructor attention; a minimum of two students is required for the class to run.
The course includes evening Zoom study, a Saturday morning Zoom session, Saturday afternoon on-water practice, and Sunday morning on-water drills.
If insufficient enrollment occurs, you will be offered a reschedule to another open class date.
The course follows ASA curriculum chapters and prepares you for ASA certifications; verify specific credential issuance with the operator.
The course follows American Sailing Association curriculum chapters and builds on ASA 101 material covered during the Zoom sessions.
Practice spill-free fueling, clean-boat inspections to avoid moving invasive species, and pack out all trash to protect local waterways.
Sail Nashville is a sailing school and charter operator based in Nashville, Tennessee, offering hands-on sailing and powerboating courses on Percy Priest Lake and at Hamilton Creek Marina. The company provides American Sailing Association (ASA) certification courses including ASA 101 Basic Keelboat (two-day and three-day options), ASA 103 Basic Coastal Cruising, ASA 104 Bareboat Cruising, ASA 110 Basic Small Boat Sailing in both group and individual formats, and associated add-on and review clinics. Sail Nashville also teaches AB 101 powerboating skills and hosts sunset sails aboard a Catalina 275 Sport. Courses combine classroom or online lessons with on-the-water practice to teach docking, tacking, navigation, rigging, capsizing recovery, safety, and boat handling. Keelboat training uses 20–45 foot keelboats and coastal cruisers, while small boat classes use a Catalina 12.5 and dinghy instruction at Hamilton Creek Marina. Hands-on practice emphasizes practical skills to prepare students to skipper in light to moderate winds and to earn widely recognized ASA credentials. Sail Nashville designs courses for beginners through those preparing for bareboat cruising. Options include short half-day reviews, multi-day certification courses, and relaxed sunset sails for leisure. The business highlights experienced instruction, established course outlines, and waterfront training locations in the Nashville area. Booking options accommodate individual students and group classes, with clear course lengths ranging from half-day reviews to three-day standard courses for certification. Small boat classes accept students age 13 and up, and courses are structured to combine online learning with on-water instruction for efficient skill development and certification preparation.
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